2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
