2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 102 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |