2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 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 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
