2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | 230 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |