2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | CW |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1120 mm |
