1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |
