2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria 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 211 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1988 cc |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
