1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 194 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 144 L |
