10 Classic Cars Versus Their Modern Iterations

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7. Ford F-Series

When the WWII era car-based pickup was no longer up to the task of carrying America’s growing weight, the Ford F-Series emerged. This versatile line of capable workhorses met a wide range of needs for Americans; from hauling light loads in a ½ ton Ford F1 to the 2 ton Ford F6 chassis used for school buses and more. Today’s F-Series are doing all that and more, in safer, more efficient, and more powerful ways than ever. Every major sheet metal component in the redesigned 2015 F150 (with the exception of the Firewall panel) is made from high strength aluminum. The SuperDuty line of trucks is expected to get the same treatment for 2017. These trucks are available with many features, including up-fitter capabilities, 360 degree camera, advanced collision warning, and a lane keeping system. Fuel economy comes from some surprisingly small engines, but don’t underestimate them. The F150 is available with 283-385 horsepower and 255-420lbft of torque. In the SuperDuty, you gain the option for the second generation 6.7 Scorpion Diesel, with 440 horsepower and a serious 860 ft-lb of torque. All that and 5 Star safety ratings, it’s no wonder the F-Series won 2015 North American Truck of the Year.