1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 42 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 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maverick | R |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3216 mm |