1959 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17M | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
