1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-250 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3967 mm |