1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
