1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 12 M | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2955 mm |
