1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Vedette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vedette | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |