2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Bantam | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |