1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 830 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Anglia | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |