2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2176 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | F-250 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
