2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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 407 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | ST 460 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
