2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1965 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Mustang weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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.
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2009 Ford F-350 | 1965 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |