2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | E-350 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2190 mm |