1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
