1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
