1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 9 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
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 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |