1957 Ford Popular vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |