1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
