1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |
