2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 625 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3130 mm |