2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP) has 393 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120.
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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | ST 460 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
