1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 955 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
