1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CLK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
