1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
