2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
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-450 (881 Nm) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-450 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 54 L |
