1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | 600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3910 mm |