1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 61 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 718 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 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 | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
