1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2800 mm |
