1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1660 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |