1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 57 L |
