2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 195 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 313 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 280 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
