2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 765 kg more than 1995 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 603 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |