1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |