2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
