2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline 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 211 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 124 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1968 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-350 | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2650 mm |