1976 Ford Granada 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 Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Ford Granada. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
