2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1972 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman 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 93 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Statesman weights approximately 160 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1972 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
