1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Ford F-250.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |