1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Torino | SE |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |