1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | F-450 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 142 L |