1972 Ford Torino vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 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 Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Torino | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |