1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |