1959 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia 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:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 88 L |
