1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 88 L |
