2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 120 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford E-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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
