2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
