1958 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 968 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |