1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 711 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3165 mm |
