2004 Ford GT vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | GT | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |