1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Mustang. (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4379 mm |
