1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | CL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |