1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280

To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Ford Zephyr 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Zephyr 280
Year Released 1952 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 2744 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 78.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 95 L


 

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