1962 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 793 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | CLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
