1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 509 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thunderbird | CL |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |