2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | 993 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2280 mm |