1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
