2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Five Hundred | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |