2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 184 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1973 Matra-Simca M530 has manual transmission. 1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | E-350 | M530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
