2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | 993 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2280 mm |