2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2306 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
