1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 885 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | S |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |