1979 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
