1957 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 903 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
