1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1470 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
