2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1046 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
