Comparison Ford Mustang Convertible V (facelift 2009) 3.7 V6 (305 Hp) & Mercedes-Benz /8 (W114, facelift 1973) 230.6 (120 Hp)
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| Brand: | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | Mustang | /8 |
| Generation: | Mustang Convertible V (facelift 2009) | /8 (W114, facelift 1973) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.7 V6 (305 Hp) | 230.6 (120 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2010 year | 1973 year |
| Production end: | 2012 year | 1976 year |
| Coupe type: | Cabriolet | Sedan |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine | |
| Num. of Doors: | 2 | 4 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel tank volume: | 61 l | 65 l |
| Power: | 305 hp | 120 hp |
| Max power in: | 6500 rpm. | 5400 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h | |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 13.3 sec | |
| Torque: | 380 Nm @ 4250 rpm. | 178 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | Duratec 37 | M 180 V 23 / 180.954 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 3727 cm3 | 2292 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l | |
| Coolant: | 11.7 l | |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point indirect injection | Carburettor |
| Maximum engine speed: | 7000 rpm. | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Naturally aspirated engine | |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Ti-VCT | SOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5 | 9 |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm | 81.75 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 4 |
| Length: | 4778 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width: | 1877 mm | 1770 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2035 mm | |
| Height: | 1417 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Front track: | 1582 mm | 1448 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1598 mm | 1440 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 272 l | |
| Front suspension: | Double wishbone | |
| Max weight: | 1875 kg | |
| Front brakes: | Disc | |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1627 kg | 1355 kg |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 454 kg | |
| Tire size: | 225/60 R17; 235/50 R18 | |
| Wheel rims size: | 7J x 17; 8J x 18 | Front wheel rims: 5.5J x 14 |