2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1260 mm |
