2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 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 310 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
