2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2410 mm |