1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 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) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 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:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
