1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Station Wagon | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
