1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (216 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
