1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
