1969 Opel GT vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 42 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 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 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 142 L |
