2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
