1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | 350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |