1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3910 mm |
