1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | 300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3150 mm |