2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | E-350 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |