1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2838 mm |
