2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 189 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | W 110 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |