1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1975 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | 230 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3400 mm |
