2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |