2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator.
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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-450 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2690 mm |
