1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 648 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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 (240 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thunderbird | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
