2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
