2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 924 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
