1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 895 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | CLK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
