2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 591 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLS | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |