1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
