1975 Ford Torino vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torino | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
