2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,408 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 160 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
