2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1205 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |