1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,398 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 217 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1602 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 1602 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 115 L |