2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | F-250 | Berlinetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 125 L |