1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Anglia | SL |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |