2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
