1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 42 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | W 111 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 142 L |
