1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | 250 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |