2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 149 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |