1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
