2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
