1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | 220 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
