1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |