1954 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 53 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1415 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2007 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | ML |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
