2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-250. (500 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-250. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-250 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
