2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
