1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
