1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grande Parisienne | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |