1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 65 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | One-O-Four | CLS |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |