2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,408 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 224 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect 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 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |