1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 142 L |
