2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,400 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 48 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |