1976 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Torino | F-250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 115 L |