1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 120 L |
