2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
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 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 5,409 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 147 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 550 A 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 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2110 mm |
