2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
