2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | F-150 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 25 L |
