1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Taunus | 300 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |