1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 755 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prefect | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |