1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gran Torino | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
