2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | S | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |