1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 57 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1113 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prefect | S |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |