2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang 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 32 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 379 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2780 mm |
