1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2874 mm |
