1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1999 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
