1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |