2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120.
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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-450 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
