2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | 17 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 87 L |