2011 Ford F-450 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-450 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-450 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2470 mm |
