2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | 965 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |