2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-250 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 92 L |