1967 Alvis TF vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 585 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TF | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2955 mm |
