1972 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 892 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |