1959 Ford 17M vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 17M | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |