1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 964 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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 CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
