1986 Ford Escort vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | 300S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
