2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
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 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 282 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818.
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 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-450 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2320 mm |
