1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 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 C (475 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
