1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 913 kg more than 1967 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1798 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |