1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1705 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Vedette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vedette | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |