2012 Ford F-450 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-450 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | F-450 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 1085 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2780 mm |