1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang 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 417 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
