2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,400 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 241 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | 190 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 52 L |