2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | 1302 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2410 mm |