1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 230.4 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |