1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
