1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP) has 358 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Volkswagen 1600 has manual transmission. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 411 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 136 L |
