1973 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |