1966 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 948 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
