1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 979 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 E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
