1953 Talbot Baby vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 524 kg more than 1953 Talbot Baby. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Talbot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Baby | CL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2954 mm |
