2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,406 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 208 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 1962 Lancia Appia. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | E-350 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 37 L |
