1960 Ford Popular vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
