1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 370 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | SL |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |