1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 232 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
