1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17 | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3165 mm |
