1959 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular.
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 C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |