1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
