1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 802 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |
