1962 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
