2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
