2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Econovan | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |