2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 945 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | E | Fury |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |
