1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 232 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | CW |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
