1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | CL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
