2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-150 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2930 mm |
