1950 Simca 8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 940 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 8 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2875 mm |
