1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 625 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | W 111 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |