1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | CL |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |