1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 794 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1825 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |