1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | E-250 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |