1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (202 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 187 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
