1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 619 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | E-350 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |