1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
