1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1100 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
