1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
