2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
