1977 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3170 mm |
