1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 157 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |