2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | E-150 | Velox |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |