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Ford F-Series F-250 VI Regular Cab 6.4 390 V8 (160 Hp) Automatic
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Ford F-Series F-250:
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VI Regular Cab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-250 (VI Regular Cab). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.4 390 V8 (160 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A powerful FE-series V8, providing strong torque and 160 Hp, well-suited for heavier loads and towing with the convenience of an automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption is expected from this large displacement V8, typical for its era, but delivers robust performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary durability and robust construction, built to last
- • Wide range of powerful V8 and reliable Inline-6 engine options
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities for its era
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals, appealing to DIYers
- • Classic American truck styling with a strong enthusiast following
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine options by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features and crash test ratings
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities, not designed for luxury
- • Rough ride quality, especially when unloaded, typical of heavy-duty trucks
- • Steering and handling are typical of a heavy-duty truck of its age, requiring effort
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IX Regular Cab: August, 1991 - 1993).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-250 |
| Generation: | VI Regular Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.4 390 V8 (160 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 1972 |
| End of production: | 1976 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 25 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 6391 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102.87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96.01 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Max. weight: | 3674 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1852-2070 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 681 mm |
| Length: | 5215 mm mm [203mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3378 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Cruise-O-Matic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/85 R16.5 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16.5 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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