1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 895 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | CL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |