2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (495 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 85 L |
