1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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 (393 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
