1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DE 36 | CL |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90.5 mm |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2960 mm |