2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman 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 167 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 414 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-350 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |