1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ford Maverick | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maverick | S |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |