1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (146 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
