2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |