2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore 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 288 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore 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 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
