1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1995 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3910 mm |
