2008 Ford S-Max vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 287 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | S-Max | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
