1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
