2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century 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 50 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |
