2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 228 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-450 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
