2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
