2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx 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 210 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | E-350 | Minx |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |