2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | F-150 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2680 mm |
