1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Prix | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2873 mm |
