1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 150 L |
