1977 Ford LTD vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
