2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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 (383 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
