1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 28 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
