2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | F-350 | J4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2380 mm |
