1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 155 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |