2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Studebaker | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3967 mm |
