1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 22 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 100 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
