2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
