1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
