2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS 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:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
