1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3910 mm |