1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 189 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Torino | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2874 mm |