2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 651 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 883 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Singer |
| Model | CL | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1592 cc |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
