1978 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | CLS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |