2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 911 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1964 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1964 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |