2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 225 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 14 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |