1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 12 M | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
