1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | CW |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
