1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 648 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2874 mm |