2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 989 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm). This means 2005 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:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
