2009 Ford Escape vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
