1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | F-250 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2110 mm |