1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
