2001 Spyker C8 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1680 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Spyker C8 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Spyker | Ford |
| Model | C8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
