1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3505 mm |
