2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-150 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
