1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | 500 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |