1974 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz E | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |