1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3967 mm |
