2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | E-150 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |