2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman 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 62 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 569 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |