1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Mustang. (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
