2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 971 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | F-250 | Fury |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 7205 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3060 mm |