1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 218 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | CL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |