2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | CLS | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
