1955 Ford Popular vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
