2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
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 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 253 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-350 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2110 mm |
