2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2280 mm |
