1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | F-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |