2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 205 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | E | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
