1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 594 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
