2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1972 Ford Capri

To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri 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 297 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri.

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 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-450 1972 Ford Capri
Make Ford Ford
Model F-450 Capri
Year Released 2008 1972
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6400 cc 1305 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6670 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 4390 mm 2570 mm


 

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