2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 113 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 520 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |