2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1972 Tatra T603
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 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 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 151 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 500 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1972 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1972 Tatra T603 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 | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-350 | T603 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |