2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2830 mm |
