1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chrysler Windsor | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Windsor | CLS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
