1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 170 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 589 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Chevelle | F-250 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 115 L |