2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 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 359 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2070 mm |
