1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Volvo 120 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 120 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |