2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 95 kg more than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1943 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
