1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5980 cc |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3170 mm |