1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | E-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 387 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3505 mm |