2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 461 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible has manual transmission. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | CL | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
