1941 Cadillac 61 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 61. (124 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 61 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 61 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5276 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3610 mm |
