1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 500 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 142 L |