1962 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, both 1962 Ford Thunderbird and 1962 Volvo P 1800 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Thunderbird (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 785 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1962 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Thunderbird | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |