1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 940 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
