1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 320 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
