2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 255 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | F-450 | 505 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2750 mm |