1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,596 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 808 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | CLK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
