2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
