1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
