2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 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 196 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
