2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA 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 148 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA 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 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-350 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
