1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 113 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (222 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
