2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |