1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1968 Ford Ranchero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranchero | 250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
