1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3910 mm |
