1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
