1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,227 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 990 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
