1977 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |