2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | F-450 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2410 mm |