1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (603 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 898 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
