2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
