1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 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 C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prefect | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |