2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 48 L |