1972 Ford Custom vs. 2001 Ford F-250
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2001 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Custom | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
