1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 190 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Biscayne | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 115 L |
