1954 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2955 mm |
