2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 337 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
