1951 Ford Custom vs. 1979 Volkswagen 181
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 181 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Custom | 1979 Volkswagen 181 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Custom | 181 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |