2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | 560 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2850 mm |
