1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1951 Singer SM 1500 has manual transmission. 1951 Singer SM 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Singer SM 1500 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Singer Mercedes-Benz
Model SM 1500 Sprinter
Year Released 1951 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 2312 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 3665 mm


 

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