1957 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2013 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (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 Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |