1973 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
