2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 5,398 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 244 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | F-350 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 40 L |
