1957 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1492 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3165 mm |