1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 124 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |