1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 65 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1373 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | S |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3165 mm |
