1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 300 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
