2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
