1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 220 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |