2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis 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 170 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 349 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis 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 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | E-350 | Isis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |