1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |