1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3-Litre | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 150 L |
