1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
