1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |