1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
