1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Taunus | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |