2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
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 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 219 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 Renault Floride. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
