2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-450 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
