2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 14 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
