2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 932 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2400 mm |
