2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 112 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 548 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-350 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2940 mm |
