1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cortina | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |