1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 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 235 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1955 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1955 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 132 L |