2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 173 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort 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:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
