2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS 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 192 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS.
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 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-450 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2830 mm |
