2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
