1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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-250 (495 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Caimano | F-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3610 mm |