1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maverick | 300 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |