1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Station Wagon | E |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
