1971 Austin 3 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 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 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 102 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
