2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-250 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
