1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
