1959 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 903 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. 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 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
