1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 468 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Singer |
| Model | E | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
