2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Custom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
