2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 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 199 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1966 kg more than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | E-350 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
