1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 420 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |