1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | E-350 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |