2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 87 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 394 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |