2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 159 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-350 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
