2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1982 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon 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 241 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon.
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 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1982 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2830 mm |
