1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
