2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6330 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
