2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 228 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 419 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 137 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |