2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
