2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |