2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino 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 160 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford 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 1976 Ford Torino. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1976 Ford 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 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4090 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 | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
