1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 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 206 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 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:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 132 L |
