2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord 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 167 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
