1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
