1957 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Princess | CL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2955 mm |