2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 40 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 424 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |