1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | M |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2915 mm |
