1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3967 mm |
