2003 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
