1955 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 645 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |