1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |