2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon 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 171 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |