1956 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | S |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3040 mm |