1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper 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:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini Cooper | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
