1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 44 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 820 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | CLK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
