2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3910 mm |
