1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1954 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | 200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
