1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |
