2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | SE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
