1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 16 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |