1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
