1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560

To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1995 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Mustang 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Mustang 560
Year Released 1995 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 5547 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 464 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2850 mm


 

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