1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 169 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |