2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,408 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 196 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-350 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |