1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 300 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 115 L |