2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |