1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | E-350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 132 L |