1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-350. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SL | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |