2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 844 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |