1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 933 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Ford Consul 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Consul CLS
Year Released 1963 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1340 cc 2985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 65.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 882 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 80 L


 

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