2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 258 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |