2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | F-250 | Rapier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1725 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |
