2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 72 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 724 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |