1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |