2012 Ford F-350 vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-350 | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | F-350 | Centura |
Year Released | 2012 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2680 mm |