1959 Ford 17M vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 596 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17M | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1711 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
