1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
