2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 709 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |