2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2061 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
