1958 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 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 105 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 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:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
