2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 144 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Mustang | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |