1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1955 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | 600 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |