1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 895 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3165 mm |
