2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 992 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
