1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |