1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | S | Victor |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6834 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |