1957 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | E |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |