2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | HD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2700 mm |
