1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |