1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 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 221 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 35 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 35 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:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 132 L |
