2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Five Hundred | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |