1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 137 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5398 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 115 L |
