1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coronet | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
