1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
