1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 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 25 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo 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:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 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 | 720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
