1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 61 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Station Wagon | R |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3216 mm |