2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 165 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 193 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 75 L |
