2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |