1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |