1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 147 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1976 Dodge Aspen has manual transmission. 1976 Dodge Aspen 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:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3510 mm |
