1972 Ford Torino vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 121 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Torino | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |