1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | CL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |