2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 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 258 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-350 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
