1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SL | Falcon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |