1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 585 kg more than 1958 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
