1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | 300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |