2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2084 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | F-250 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2270 mm |
