2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 230 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1986 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2840 mm |
