2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor 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 315 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | F-450 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |