1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 55 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 899 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prefect | SLS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |