1972 Honda Life vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
