1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | ML |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
