1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 400 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3670 mm |
