2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 300S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
