1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 109 | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 494 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
