1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Ford F-150.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 600 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3670 mm |