2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-450 | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2830 mm |