1970 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | CL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |