1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina 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 199 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 132 L |
