2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1965 MG MGC
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 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC 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 152 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-350 | MGC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |
