1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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 117 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta has manual transmission. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Zeta | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
