1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SE | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |