2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 63 L |