1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Sunbird | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3490 mm |
