1972 Ford Torino vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torino | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 69 L |
