1954 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 771 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | ML |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
