1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero 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 197 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranchero | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
