1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 230 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |