2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 964 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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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2009 Ford F-150 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |