2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 120 L |