2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 492 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 482 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2830 mm |
