1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prefect | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |