1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2874 mm |