2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-450 | 144 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
