2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban 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 155 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
