1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 183 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
