2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 120 L |
