2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 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 133 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T613 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1974 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | F-350 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2990 mm |
