1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1976 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1976 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |
