1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | 230 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |