1968 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
