1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranchero | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
