2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 950 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Econoline | SE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
