1963 Singer Vogue II vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 743 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1963 Singer Vogue II has manual transmission. 1963 Singer Vogue II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Singer Vogue II | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Singer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vogue II | CLS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |