2012 Zenvo ST1 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Zenvo ST1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Zenvo ST1 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 852 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1043 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2012 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Zenvo ST1 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Zenvo | Ford |
| Model | ST1 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1430 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4665 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2041 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1198 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3055 mm | 3505 mm |
