1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 538 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gran Torino | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
