1975 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century 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 228 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Century | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Century | F-350 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3967 mm |