2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2614 kg more than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Excursion | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
