2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 503 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | F-150 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2780 mm |