2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 583 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Econoline | 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
