1967 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1967 Ford Fairlane. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 935 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane. 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.
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1967 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | CL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3930 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2955 mm |