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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 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 1028 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 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 | 1198 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
