1960 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 700 | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |