2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 71 L |