2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
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 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
