2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |
