1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 420 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2838 mm |