2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
