1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1966 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
