1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |
