1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 712 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prefect | CLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
