1969 Opel GT vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 136 L |
