2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman 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 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-350 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
