1967 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 963 kg more than 1967 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1967 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Anglia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| 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 | 737 kg | 1700 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
