1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 610 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vedette | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2873 mm |