2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | E | Victor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |