2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1960 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1960 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | F-150 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
