2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2940 mm |