1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 18 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 170 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranchero | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |