2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,606 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 61 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford E-150 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |