2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2280 mm |
