1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 777 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 61 L |
