2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 673 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4006 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
