2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus 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 174 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus 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 | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
