1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | 4.2 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3490 mm |
