1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
