1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 265 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 91 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
