1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 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 220 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 77 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 1500 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |