1995 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 110 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SL | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 115 L |
