1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | E-350 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |