1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Caimano | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3967 mm |
