1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
