1975 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torino | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
