1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | E-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |