1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 927 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 144 L |
