2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.

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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-350 1960 Vauxhall Velox
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model F-350 Velox
Year Released 2008 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6802 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 200 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 6260 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 45 L


 

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