1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. (575 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 693 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. (649 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | SLS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2078 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
