2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica 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 226 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Publica 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 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
