1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | V | Fury |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3060 mm |