1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 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 CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Reliant Rebel | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rebel | CLS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2875 mm |