1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 125 L |