2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Carlton would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-350 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
