2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 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 170 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
