1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
