2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
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 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport 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 137 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot Sport weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport 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 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | E-350 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
