1957 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1528 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2915 mm |
