1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | F-350 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |