1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Anglia | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |