1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
