2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 5,408 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 215 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
