1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 64 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Station Wagon | C |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |