1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 37 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Torino | CLK |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |