2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2338 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | F-250 | G21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
