2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CL | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
