1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 317 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 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. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2810 mm |
