1957 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 132 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zodiac | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
