1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 676 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Victor | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
