2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150, 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
