2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 262 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thunderbird | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2874 mm |