2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman 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 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 565 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-350 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
