1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 795 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
