2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
