1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 17 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 209 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 420 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
