I have noticed the difference in the Pfaffs made in Germany and the new ones being sold now; the difference is amazing.
I have the 1222E and 2040. My Pfaff dealer just doesn't understand why I like the older Pfaffs better, he keeps trying to convince me that I need a new one rather than keeping the two I have now. I just bought the 2040 on Friday, its about 8 years old and a great machine. Both machines have the IDT(built in walking foot).
I also have a Viking Sapphire 875 and its a nice machine, but doesn't hold a candle to the older Vikings.